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Constructed of traditional stone and limestone, A Concaja has all of its history and charm intact, with some stylish new finishes and detail. The main living area overlooks the pool and gardens and is a cozy fireside place to gather with a cool selection of personal and handpicked furnishings and decor. The fully equipped eat-in kitchen can serve up to four inside or better yet poolside with garden and ocean views. The four bedrooms can accommodate up to ten and it's a perfect family-friendly retreat away from it all. AROUNDThe house is located in La Balagne, an area of Corsica famed for its local food products. The picturesque and charming village of Lumio is just down the road. To the north, you’ll find a wonderful and wild beach of l’Ostréiccone and further south is the “Calanches de Piana” with incredible red rock formations above the sea for exploring.Located on the northwest coast of the island within the Corsica Regional Park, the UNESCO designated Scandola Nature Reserve on the Cape Girolata Peninsula covers over 900 hectares of land and over 1,000 acres of marine habitat. A breathtaking stretch of coastline, it can only be reached by boat or for the very adventurous, on foot through steep mountainous terrain. Populated with a vibrant array of marine life and sea birds, its jagged rock formations, caves and crystal clear waters are some of the most beautiful natural wonders on the island. Be sure to take a drive along “Route des Artisans“, which crosses through several charming Corsican villages like Pigna, Corbara and San Antonino. Le Clos Colombu, the famous “wine cave” of Lumio, offers a great look at the wine-making process and delicious tastings. Nearby Calvi is a bustling town with great cafes and shops and the beautiful and historic citadel. LOCATIONCorsica, France. Nearest airport: Calvi (10km)​BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring through fall

<h2>Far Removed on the Isle of Beauty</h2>
    <p>We love this traditional bergerie with its great finishes, detail and amazing views. It’s a tricky drive down a not-so-great road, but it’s magic when you arrive. It takes us back to our carefree childhood, with the sounds of the crickets, the light, and that “just right” feel.</p><p>Nestled in the famous Corsican scrub, backed by mountains and offering stunning panoramic sea views, this beautifully restored house is everything we remember and love about Corsica. Located on a private game preserve, it's a peaceful and perfect haven on the Isle of Beauty.</p><p></p>
    <img src="https://storage.boutique-homes.com/storage/images/vacation-rentals/europe/france/a-concaja-corsica-france/villas_for_rent_corsica_22-3.jpg" alt="A Concaja"/>
    <p>Constructed of traditional stone and limestone, A Concaja has all of its history and charm intact, with some stylish new finishes and detail. </p><p>The main living area overlooks the pool and gardens and is a cozy fireside place to gather with a cool selection of personal and handpicked furnishings and decor. The fully equipped eat-in kitchen can serve up to four inside or better yet poolside with garden and ocean views. The four bedrooms can accommodate up to ten and it's a perfect family-friendly retreat away from it all.</p><p> </p><p><strong>AROUND</strong></p><p>The house is located in La Balagne, an area of Corsica famed for its local food products. The picturesque and charming village of Lumio is just down the road. To the north, you’ll find a wonderful and wild beach of l’Ostréiccone and further south is the “Calanches de Piana” with incredible red rock formations above the sea for exploring.</p><p>Located on the northwest coast of the island within the Corsica Regional Park, the UNESCO designated Scandola Nature Reserve on the Cape Girolata Peninsula covers over 900 hectares of land and over 1,000 acres of marine habitat. A breathtaking stretch of coastline, it can only be reached by boat or for the very adventurous, on foot through steep mountainous terrain. Populated with a vibrant array of marine life and sea birds, its jagged rock formations, caves and crystal clear waters are some of the most beautiful natural wonders on the island. </p><p>Be sure to take a drive along “Route des Artisans“, which crosses through several charming Corsican villages like Pigna, Corbara and San Antonino. Le Clos Colombu, the famous “wine cave” of Lumio, offers a great look at the wine-making process and delicious tastings. Nearby Calvi is a bustling town with great cafes and shops and the beautiful and historic citadel.</p><p> </p><p><strong>LOCATION</strong></p><p>Corsica, France. Nearest airport: Calvi (10km)</p><p>​</p><p><b>BEST TIME TO VISIT:</b> Spring through fall</p>

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We love this traditional bergerie with its great finishes, detail and amazing views. It takes us back to our carefree childhood, with the sounds of the crickets, the light, and that “just right” feel.

A Concaja, a vacation home rental in Corsica

A Concaja

<h3>Far Removed on the Isle of Beauty</h3><p>We love this traditional bergerie with its great finishes, detail and amazing views. It takes us back to our carefree childhood, with the sounds of the crickets, the light, and that “just right” feel.</p>

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Nestled amid the high reeds and dunes only a few steps from Glyfada Beach, this villa for rent in Greece consists of two structures with a shared pool and garden. It offers a rare, off-the-beaten path retreat next to Naxos’ protected natural park, Alyko. Named for Greece’s notable, licorice-flavored spice and spirit, the pair feature rich dark-wood accents against vivid white walls. A little bit boho and a lot barefoot, the pair of compact dwellings was the creation of three friends, one Dutch, one German-Greek, one Italian-Greek, who’ve shared a love of Naxos for years, and know from experience that the best of island living happens outdoors.The homes feature wrap-around outdoor counter spaces and wide, vine- and reed-covered lounging pergolas, plus secret-garden styled alfresco dining rooms, and cushioned outdoor sofas and bench seating built into angles and corners, all with gorgeous views. Adding to outdoor living luxuries, there’s the chaise-lined pool terrace, wide-open upper-level balconies, and plump bean bag patio loungers steps from the sand. Interiors are spare and no-fuss—designer beach digs with airy white linens, clean-lined modern wood furnishings, and a chocolate and whipped cream color palette, the vision of the property’s Dutch interior designer owner. The breezy, open-air homes abutt the dunes of Glyfada Beach, and the home’s surf school operator owner will set guests up with hours of water sport fun.AROUNDThe largest of the Cyclades, Naxos is a lively, family-friendly Aegean island known for its mountainous interior, green gorges, whitewashed village clusters, and long sandy beaches. The owners of this villa for rent in Greece have called the island home for decades, and they characterize it as a land of bleached shorelines and pristine freedom. They offer boat trips and watersport equipment rental and guiding by reservation, in addition to yoga sessions and mountain bike rentals. Strong wind cycles make Naxos a favorite destination of wind and kite surfing, and the island’s beaches include the nearby Glyfada, an off-the-beaten-path stretch of sand with glinting turquoise waters that feels like the home’s own private waterfront. The south end of Glyfada Bay, opposite the Alyko peninsula is regarded as one of the top spots on Naxos for windsurfing or wing foiling, due to its prevailing north wind and crystal clear waters. The owners also offer boat trips to the neighboring islands of Paros, Antiparos, Milos or Koufonisia in collaboration with SeaSecret.  If you do choose to wander further afield, head for Agios Prokopios Beach, located near the island’s central village, Chora. It is best known for its active waterfront, a beach promenade filled with taverns, shops and cafes that’s also a favorite destination for sunset seekers who settle in to benefit from its Western orientation. Chora’s old town, Kástro, is zigzagged by steep, photogenic alleys and flowering lanes, and ruins dating from medieval times when the area was the Cycladic capital.LOCATIONGlyfada Beach, Naxos, Greece. Nearest airport: NaxosBEST TIME TO VISIT: April to November

<h2>Nestled into the Dunes of Naxos</h2>
    <p>Whitewashed and licorice-striped by dark wood accents befitting their names, these side-by-side beach houses share a pool and private garden, and are only steps from the sea-grass-tufted dunes of southern Naxos. Intensely private, the newly-built pair stands off the beaten path, nestled against the Alyko nature preserve, offering compact, convenient, private interiors and abundant shared living spaces outdoors, created to be a single destination serving parties of family or friends.</p>
    <img src="https://storage.boutique-homes.com/storage/images/vacation-rentals/europe/greece/anise-ouzo/villas_for_rent_in_greece_013.jpg" alt="Anise & Ouzo"/>
    <p>Nestled amid the high reeds and dunes only a few steps from Glyfada Beach, this villa for rent in Greece consists of two structures with a shared pool and garden. It offers a rare, off-the-beaten path retreat next to Naxos’ protected natural park, Alyko. Named for Greece’s notable, licorice-flavored spice and spirit, the pair feature rich dark-wood accents against vivid white walls. A little bit boho and a lot barefoot, the pair of compact dwellings was the creation of three friends, one Dutch, one German-Greek, one Italian-Greek, who’ve shared a love of Naxos for years, and know from experience that the best of island living happens outdoors.</p><p>The homes feature wrap-around outdoor counter spaces and wide, vine- and reed-covered lounging pergolas, plus secret-garden styled alfresco dining rooms, and cushioned outdoor sofas and bench seating built into angles and corners, all with gorgeous views. Adding to outdoor living luxuries, there’s the chaise-lined pool terrace, wide-open upper-level balconies, and plump bean bag patio loungers steps from the sand. </p><p>Interiors are spare and no-fuss—designer beach digs with airy white linens, clean-lined modern wood furnishings, and a chocolate and whipped cream color palette, the vision of the property’s Dutch interior designer owner. The breezy, open-air homes abutt the dunes of Glyfada Beach, and the home’s surf school operator owner will set guests up with hours of water sport fun.</p><p><b><br/></b></p><p><b>AROUND</b></p><p>The largest of the Cyclades, Naxos is a lively, family-friendly Aegean island known for its mountainous interior, green gorges, whitewashed village clusters, and long sandy beaches. The owners of this villa for rent in Greece have called the island home for decades, and they characterize it as a land of bleached shorelines and pristine freedom. They offer boat trips and watersport equipment rental and guiding by reservation, in addition to yoga sessions and mountain bike rentals. </p><p>Strong wind cycles make Naxos a favorite destination of wind and kite surfing, and the island’s beaches include the nearby Glyfada, an off-the-beaten-path stretch of sand with glinting turquoise waters that feels like the home’s own private waterfront. The south end of Glyfada Bay, opposite the Alyko peninsula is regarded as one of the top spots on Naxos for windsurfing or wing foiling, due to its prevailing north wind and crystal clear waters. </p><p>The owners also offer boat trips to the neighboring islands of Paros, Antiparos, Milos or Koufonisia in collaboration with SeaSecret.  If you do choose to wander further afield, head for Agios Prokopios Beach, located near the island’s central village, Chora. It is best known for its active waterfront, a beach promenade filled with taverns, shops and cafes that’s also a favorite destination for sunset seekers who settle in to benefit from its Western orientation. Chora’s old town, Kástro, is zigzagged by steep, photogenic alleys and flowering lanes, and ruins dating from medieval times when the area was the Cycladic capital.</p><p><b><br/></b></p><p><b>LOCATION</b></p><p>Glyfada Beach, Naxos, Greece. Nearest airport: Naxos</p><p><b><br/></b></p><p><b>BEST TIME TO VISIT</b>: April to November</p>

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Whitewashed and licorice-striped by dark wood accents, these side-by-side beach houses share a pool and private garden, and are only steps from the sea-grass-tufted dunes of southern Naxos.

Anise & Ouzo, a beach house rental in Greece

Anise & Ouzo

<h3>Nestled into the Dunes of Naxos</h3><p>Whitewashed and licorice-striped by dark wood accents, these side-by-side beach houses share a pool and private garden, and are only steps from the sea-grass-tufted dunes of southern Naxos.</p>

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Twin Beach Villas

Guarded by a stout, Cycladic windmill ruin, this three-villa residential complex by architect Nikolas Athanasoulias, in collaboration with Athens-based designers A.telio Studio, nestles into a waterfront rise on the outskirts of Antiparos. The compound embodies rural tranquility and low-key island living, brimming with effortless Mediterranean styling that merges pale stone, lime whitewashing and blonde wood with uncomplicated, organic textiles and furnishings. Created for uncomplicated unwinding, these vacation homes for rent in Greece were designed to meet Mediterranean architectural principles, and offer cool, breezy havens from the powerful Cycladic sun, and an uncontrived, playful approach to the rugged, rolling landscape. Please see individual units for further details.AROUNDLocated on the rural outskirts of Antiparos town (known locally as Chora), these vacation homes for rent in Greece are walking distance from the blue-and-white village’s flowering town square and picturesque port. Antiparos is one of the Cyclades' lesser-traveled landmasses, yet its whitewashed, bougainvillea-draped environment lives up to every Greek isle dreamscape. Cats comb the stone streets, beaches wrap around village ports, and narrow alleys reveal artisan boutiques and free-flowing, music-filled tavernas. The island’s top attraction—besides summertime resident Tom Hanks—is Antiparos Cave, a 100-meter deep, stalagmite and stalactite strewn cavern remembered as a temple to the Goddess Artemis. The cave’s oldest stalagmite is believed to be Europe’s oldest, at 45 million years old. At the cavern’s entrance, the blue-doored, 18th-century chapel Agios Ioannis Spiliotis is worth a peek. Another sanctuary to see is just off the Antiparos coast on Despotiko Island. Boat tours travel to the island regularly, and in addition to the archeological site, Despotiko’s beaches are well worth the effort, especially Livadi. Surfers should head to Livadia beach back on Antiparos Island, and Soros beach is well-loved for its long stretch of sand and deep blue waters. Antiparos south is known for its underwater caverns, and sea caving and touring the coves is a must. Or stay above ground and rent a bike or scooter to tour the rugged island.  Although lower-key than its neighboring Cycladic islands when it comes to nightlife, evenings out on Antiparos promise a slightly retro, if buzzy, street scene. Chora’s main square comes alive after dark with music, a crowd of boisterous and gossiping locals, and a handful of bars and cafés in the village square.LOCATIONAntiparos, Cyclades, Greece. Nearest airport: Paros, ferry to AntiparosBEST TIME TO VISIT: April to October

<h2>Tranquil Trio</h2>
    <p>Summery and bright, with effortlessly chic styling, this radiant home trio is built right into its sun-splashed hillside, a tranquil slice of the rural Aegean walking distance to Antiparos’ bougainvillea-draped, picture-perfect square. With neighboring islands silhouetted on the shimmering water and olive-pocked golden fields all around, the homes exude simplicity and serenity, Greek island style.<br/></p>
    <img src="https://storage.boutique-homes.com/storage/images/vacation-rentals/europe/greece/antiparos-hideaways/vacation_homes_for_rent_in_greece_027.jpg" alt="Antiparos Hideaways"/>
    <p>Guarded by a stout, Cycladic windmill ruin, this three-villa residential complex by architect Nikolas Athanasoulias, in collaboration with Athens-based designers A.telio Studio, nestles into a waterfront rise on the outskirts of Antiparos. The compound embodies rural tranquility and low-key island living, brimming with effortless Mediterranean styling that merges pale stone, lime whitewashing and blonde wood with uncomplicated, organic textiles and furnishings. </p><p>Created for uncomplicated unwinding, these vacation homes for rent in Greece were designed to meet Mediterranean architectural principles, and offer cool, breezy havens from the powerful Cycladic sun, and an uncontrived, playful approach to the rugged, rolling landscape. Please see individual units for further details.</p><p><br/></p><p><b>AROUND</b></p><p>Located on the rural outskirts of Antiparos town (known locally as Chora), these vacation homes for rent in Greece are walking distance from the blue-and-white village’s flowering town square and picturesque port. Antiparos is one of the Cyclades' lesser-traveled landmasses, yet its whitewashed, bougainvillea-draped environment lives up to every Greek isle dreamscape. Cats comb the stone streets, beaches wrap around village ports, and narrow alleys reveal artisan boutiques and free-flowing, music-filled tavernas. </p><p>The island’s top attraction—besides summertime resident Tom Hanks—is Antiparos Cave, a 100-meter deep, stalagmite and stalactite strewn cavern remembered as a temple to the Goddess Artemis. The cave’s oldest stalagmite is believed to be Europe’s oldest, at 45 million years old. At the cavern’s entrance, the blue-doored, 18th-century chapel Agios Ioannis Spiliotis is worth a peek. Another sanctuary to see is just off the Antiparos coast on Despotiko Island. Boat tours travel to the island regularly, and in addition to the archeological site, Despotiko’s beaches are well worth the effort, especially Livadi. Surfers should head to Livadia beach back on Antiparos Island, and Soros beach is well-loved for its long stretch of sand and deep blue waters. </p><p>Antiparos south is known for its underwater caverns, and sea caving and touring the coves is a must. Or stay above ground and rent a bike or scooter to tour the rugged island.  Although lower-key than its neighboring Cycladic islands when it comes to nightlife, evenings out on Antiparos promise a slightly retro, if buzzy, street scene. Chora’s main square comes alive after dark with music, a crowd of boisterous and gossiping locals, and a handful of bars and cafés in the village square.</p><p><br/></p><p><b>LOCATION</b></p><p>Antiparos, Cyclades, Greece. Nearest airport: Paros, ferry to Antiparos</p><p><br/></p><p><b>BEST TIME TO VISIT:</b> April to October<br/></p>

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This radiant home trio is built right into its sun-splashed hillside, a tranquil slice of the rural Aegean walking distance to Antiparos’ bougainvillea-draped, picture-perfect square. 

Antiparos Hideaways, a house in Greece

Antiparos Hideaways

<h3>Tranquil Trio</h3><p>This radiant home trio is built right into its sun-splashed hillside, a tranquil slice of the rural Aegean walking distance to Antiparos’ bougainvillea-draped, picture-perfect square. </p>

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House A

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House C

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House B

The dramatic setting inspired the names of these six minimalist, modern apartments, and design-wise, they couldn't be simpler. Bare wood, concrete, utilitarian furniture, no clutter, no-frills, with breathtaking views and an unbeatable location. This is a great vacation rental in Portugal for couples, families or large groups.From the breathtaking views to the simple airy style, these apartments allow you a unique way to experience the city.CIDADE DAS PONTESPorto is the second largest city in Portugal, and has a beautiful historical center, designated a World Heritage Site in 1996. According to Lonely Planet, &#34;humble-yet-opulent Porto entices with its higgledy-piggledy medieval centre, divine food and wine, and charismatic locals.&#34;But there's more to the city than its past. Buildings like Álvaro Siza Vieira’s minimalist Museu de Arte Contemporânea and Rem Koolhaas’ Casa da Música bring the city into the 21st century. It's a city full of public art and spirited nightlife. Yet it's only minutes from the beach town of Foz do Douro, the coastal path and sandy beaches.LOCATION Porto, Portugal. Nearest airport: Porto (20 mins by car)BEST TIME TO VISIT: From March to October

<h2>Homage to a City of Bridges</h2>
    <p>Featuring stunning views over the city, the river, and the bridges that Porto is known for, these six apartments along the banks of the River Douro are nestled next to the Dom Luís Bridge. A double-decked metal arch designed by Teophile Seyrig, a student of Gustave Eiffel, the bridge opened in 1886, spans the river between Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.</p><p></p><p>Perched on a steep granite cliff, the UNESCO neighborhood of Vila Nova de Gaia is historically significant and protected so construction and renovation of the existing building required vision and sensitivity. The original 19th-century building had fallen into a state of disrepair and the subsequent renovations have altered its character without feeling completely out of place.</p><p>Constructed of concrete and steel, it’s in striking contrast to the traditional red-tile roof lines and the historic jumble of medieval architecture but creates a strong connection with the raw granite cliffs.</p>
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    <p>The dramatic setting inspired the names of these six minimalist, modern apartments, and design-wise, they couldn't be simpler. Bare wood, concrete, utilitarian furniture, no clutter, no-frills, with breathtaking views and an unbeatable location. This is a great vacation rental in Portugal for couples, families or large groups.</p><p>From the breathtaking views to the simple airy style, these apartments allow you a unique way to experience the city.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>CIDADE DAS PONTES</strong></p><p>Porto is the second largest city in Portugal, and has a beautiful historical center, designated a World Heritage Site in 1996. According to Lonely Planet, &#34;humble-yet-opulent Porto entices with its higgledy-piggledy medieval centre, divine food and wine, and charismatic locals.&#34;</p><p>But there's more to the city than its past. Buildings like Álvaro Siza Vieira’s minimalist Museu de Arte Contemporânea and Rem Koolhaas’ Casa da Música bring the city into the 21st century. It's a city full of public art and spirited nightlife. Yet it's only minutes from the beach town of Foz do Douro, the coastal path and sandy beaches.<br/></p><p><br/></p><p><strong>LOCATION</strong> </p><p>Porto, Portugal. Nearest airport: Porto (20 mins by car)<br/></p><p><br/></p><p><strong>BEST TIME TO VISIT: </strong>From March to October</p>

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This property pays homage to Porto's nickname, Cidade das Ponte. It's a collection of six minimalist contemporary apartments named after the city's six famous bridges.

Apartments on the Douro, a small hotel in Portugal

Apartments on the Douro

<h3>Homage to a City of Bridges</h3><p>This property pays homage to Porto's nickname, Cidade das Ponte. It's a collection of six minimalist contemporary apartments named after the city's six famous bridges.</p>

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S. Joao Studio

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Infante Apartment 

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Da.Maria  Studio

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Arrabida Studio 

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Freixo Apartment

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D.Luis Apartment

Designed in an open plan studio layout, the one-room interior comes with a well-equipped kitchen, dining area, and queen-sized bed, and one bath.The outdoor terrace faces the Atlantic and is protected with stone walls where you can enjoy sunsets over the ocean, grilling the day's catch on the barbecue, and falling asleep to the sound of the waves... THE WINDSWEPT SHORES OF APULIAThe Apulia region of northern Portugal lies under an hour north of Porto along the shores of the Atlantic. Set within the Litoral Norte National Park area, the windswept coastline is some of the most beautiful and less traveled than the country's southern counterparts. Just under a mile away, Ofir beach is a great spot for surfing and also hosts some of the area's trendy nightlife. The nearby villages of Fão and Barcelos feature local markets and shops where you can try the traditional fare and the historical religious city of Braga and UNESCO city of Guimarães are all within a forty-minute drive. Famous for its medieval architecture, the UNESCO city of Porto is also the home to a vibrant modernist movement and the famed School of Architecture that launched Pritzker Prize-winning graduates Álvaro Siza Vieira and Eduardo Souto de Moura. Stroll old town Santa Catarina street for shopping, traditional Fado music, and the acclaimed Cafe Majestic along with Batalha Square where most of the city’s important cultural events and shows take place. Be sure to visit the old town of Ribeira which overlooks the Doura River and valley. And while in the city that created Port wine, enjoy the many cellar tours offered. LOCATIONPortugal. Nearest Airport: Porto International Airport (48km) APULIABEST TIME TO VISIT: The house is only open from April through October and closed from November through March 

<h2 id="northernportugalsancientfishingculture">Northern Portugal's Ancient Fishing Culture</h2>
<p>Located right on the sands of the Atlantic just north of Porto, this vacation home rental in Portugal invites you to switch gears and slow down.</p>
<p>Once an old fisherman's shelter, the structure was built over one hundred years ago and has been restored as a simple summer getaway. Originally used for storing seaweeds and the days' catch, the building has been transformed into a charming cottage for two.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The original curved stone walls, vaulted wood ceilings, and structural features were preserved and restored highlighting the quaint charm of the region's fishing culture.</p>
<p>Designed in an open plan studio layout, the one-room interior comes with a well-equipped kitchen, dining area, and queen-sized bed, and one bath.</p>
<p>The outdoor terrace faces the Atlantic and is protected with stone walls where you can enjoy sunsets over the ocean, grilling the day's catch on the barbecue, and falling asleep to the sound of the waves…</p>
<h3 id="around">Around</h3>
<p>The Apulia region of northern Portugal lies under an hour north of Porto along the shores of the Atlantic. Set within the Litoral Norte National Park area, the windswept coastline is some of the most beautiful and less traveled than the country's southern counterparts. Just under a mile away, Ofir beach is a great spot for surfing and also hosts some of the area's trendy nightlife. The nearby villages of Fão and Barcelos feature local markets and shops where you can try the traditional fare and the historical religious city of Braga and UNESCO city of Guimarães are all within a forty-minute drive.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Famous for its medieval architecture, the UNESCO city of Porto is also the home to a vibrant modernist movement and the famed School of Architecture that launched Pritzker Prize-winning graduates Álvaro Siza Vieira and Eduardo Souto de Moura.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Stroll old town Santa Catarina street for shopping, traditional Fado music, and the acclaimed Cafe Majestic along with Batalha Square where most of the city’s important cultural events and shows take place. Be sure to visit the old town of Ribeira which overlooks the Doura River and valley.&nbsp;And while in the city that created Port wine, enjoy the many cellar tours offered.</p>
<h3 id="location">Location</h3>
<p>Nearest airport: Porto International (48km)</p>
<h3 id="besttimetovisit">Best time to visit</h3>
<p>The house is open from April through October and closed from November through March.</p>

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Located right on the sands of the Atlantic just north of Porto, this vacation home rental in Portugal invites you to switch gears and slow down.

Apulia Studio, a vacation home rental in Portugal

Apulia Studio

<h3 id="northernportugalsancientfishingculture">Northern Portugal's Ancient Fishing Culture</h3>
<p>Located right on the sands of the Atlantic just north of Porto, this vacation home rental in Portugal invites you to switch gears and slow down.</p>

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Île d'Oléron is France's second-largest island after Corsica. Oléron is a popular tourist destination for the French and attracts relatively few foreign tourists. The island has long beaches, where surfing is popular. Boat trips are available from the town of Boyardville to the nearby Ile d'Aix and past the famous Fort Boyard. Local restaurants specialize in seafood, especially oysters.This property is 200m from the local beach, and there is a natural swimming pool, ideal for young children. only 10 minutes away by bike. There are facilities for diving and fishing nearby, as well as beach huts. This ia also a great community for biking, with many trails. LOCATIONSt Georges d'Oléron, Île d'Oléron, France. Nearest airport: La Rochelle (80km). It is 40 minutes by boat from La Rochelle to BoyardVille.BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring through Fall

<h2>A Simple Dwelling Along the Bay Of Biscay</h2>
    <p>This bright and airy architect-designed cabin is located on Île d'Oléron, off the west coast of France. Set on a quiet, sandy lot under a large oak tree, it is within easy reach of the beach and offers beautiful sunset vistas.</p><p>The house has a very industrial feel, with its high windows, rubber floors, and corrugated metal ceiling. We love the living roof and the use of vertical wooden strips to create floor-to-ceiling lines. Cleverly concealed doors swing open to expand the house outward into the sandy yard, bringing the interior and exterior together.The house has one master bedroom, a smaller bedroom with bunk beds, and one convertible room.</p>
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    <p>Île d'Oléron is France's second-largest island after Corsica. Oléron is a popular tourist destination for the French and attracts relatively few foreign tourists. The island has long beaches, where surfing is popular. Boat trips are available from the town of Boyardville to the nearby Ile d'Aix and past the famous Fort Boyard. Local restaurants specialize in seafood, especially oysters.</p><p>This property is 200m from the local beach, and there is a natural swimming pool, ideal for young children. only 10 minutes away by bike. There are facilities for diving and fishing nearby, as well as beach huts. This ia also a great community for biking, with many trails.</p><p> </p><p><strong>LOCATION</strong></p><p>St Georges d'Oléron, Île d'Oléron, France. Nearest airport: La Rochelle (80km). It is 40 minutes by boat from La Rochelle to BoyardVille.</p><p><br/></p><p><b>BEST TIME TO VISIT:</b> Spring through Fall</p>

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This property has a utilitarian chic feel, with simple industrial lines, and massive doors that swing open to bring the outside world in.

Architect House, a cabin in France

Architect House

<h3>A Simple Dwelling Along the Bay Of Biscay</h3><p>This property has a utilitarian chic feel, with simple industrial lines, and massive doors that swing open to bring the outside world in.</p>

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This vacation home rental in Greece is a traditional stone cottage that has been transformed into a unique holiday space. The house is 40m2, with a further 80m2 of terraces, and 40,000m2 of land surrounding it.It includes a fully-equipped kitchen with dishwasher, a double bedroom, a bathroom, a dining table and sitting area with two sofas (where an additional two adults or children can sleep - there is a curtain for privacy).There is also access to a large covered terrace with a pergola made of reeds, an open kitchen sink, wooden dining table and deck chairs, which look out across the sea, the sunrise and the sunset.Due to the thick stone walls, the house is perfectly insulated, cool in the summer and warm in the winter, so air conditioning is not necessary.ADDITIONAL FEATURESThere is heating and an indoor fireplace, a TV, and a fire extinguisher. There is an independent laundry, which was a former small stable, and an outdoor parking space.AROUNDThe property is located near Agia Mavra or Velado, on the eastern part of the island, a region that is home to the only ancient oak forest in the Cyclades islands. This is the greenest part of the island.Only 3km by car from the house, there are two beaches. Orkos beach is quiet and perfect for snorkelling, while the more remote Psathi beach is even more secluded. The main village of Chora Ioulida is about 7km away. The owners recommend the archaeological site of Karthea and the museum in Ioulida. There are many hiking paths.LOCATIONKea, Greece. Kea has no airport. Due to its close proximity to Attica there is only one way to reach the island of Kea: by taking the boat from the port of Lavrio. The trip lasts approximately 1-1,15 hour. You can reach Lavrio by car from Attica Road or Poseidonos avenue or you can take the bus or the taxi from the International airport of Athens, Eleftherios Venizelos ( 38 km). Kea can also be reached by boat from the island of Kythnos.BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring through fall

<h2>Endless Views by Day, Starry Skies by Night</h2>
    <p></p><p>This vacation home rental in Greece was born from the bones of an ancient sheepfold. It has been given a stylish makeover by an artist and architect couple, with respect for the traditional building style of the region and without any synthetic materials.</p><p>Located on the island of Kea, which is an hour by ferry from the mainland, it sits on a large, elevated plot of land of 40,000m2 with two other independent houses (Architect's Villa: Versailles is also available for rental <a href="https://boutique-homes.com/property/13422" target="">here</a>).</p><p>The walls of the house are its most striking feature (apart from the dramatic views, of course). Made entirely of stone and over a meter thick, they not only keep the house cool, but they form a great backdrop to the interiors.</p><p>There are more than 300 trees, shrubs and flowers on the surrounding land, all planted by the owners: olive, fig, pear, almond, apricot, mulberry, oak, eucalyptus, pine, cypress, cob, roses, laurel, rosemary, and many more. And best of all, chemicals have never been used.</p><p>A stone terrace looks out over the landscape of olive trees and grazing land, where you may see goats and even wild horses. The 360-degree views across the Aegean Sea take in islands such as Kythnos, Serifos, Sifnos and Tinos, and at night the house offers the perfect vantage point for contemplating the starry sky in total silence, far from the rest of the world. </p>
    <img src="https://storage.boutique-homes.com/storage/images/vacation-rentals/europe/greece/architect-s-villa-versailles-the-haven/vacation_home_rental_greece_033-1.jpg" alt="Architect's Villa: The Haven"/>
    <p></p><p>This vacation home rental in Greece is a traditional stone cottage that has been transformed into a unique holiday space. The house is 40m2, with a further 80m2 of terraces, and 40,000m2 of land surrounding it.</p><div><br/></div><div>It includes a fully-equipped kitchen with dishwasher, a double bedroom, a bathroom, a dining table and sitting area with two sofas (where an additional two adults or children can sleep - there is a curtain for privacy).</div><div><br/></div><div>There is also access to a large covered terrace with a pergola made of reeds, an open kitchen sink, wooden dining table and deck chairs, which look out across the sea, the sunrise and the sunset.</div><div><br/></div><div>Due to the thick stone walls, the house is perfectly insulated, cool in the summer and warm in the winter, so air conditioning is not necessary.</div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><b>ADDITIONAL FEATURES</b></div><div><br/></div><div>There is heating and an indoor fireplace, a TV, and a fire extinguisher. There is an independent laundry, which was a former small stable, and an outdoor parking space.</div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><b>AROUND</b></div><div><br/></div><div>The property is located near Agia Mavra or Velado, on the eastern part of the island, a region that is home to the only ancient oak forest in the Cyclades islands. This is the greenest part of the island.</div><div><br/></div><div>Only 3km by car from the house, there are two beaches. Orkos beach is quiet and perfect for snorkelling, while the more remote Psathi beach is even more secluded. The main village of Chora Ioulida is about 7km away. The owners recommend the archaeological site of Karthea and the museum in Ioulida. There are many hiking paths.</div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><b>LOCATION</b></div><div><br/></div><div>Kea, Greece. Kea has no airport. Due to its close proximity to Attica there is only one way to reach the island of Kea: by taking the boat from the port of Lavrio. The trip lasts approximately 1-1,15 hour. You can reach Lavrio by car from Attica Road or Poseidonos avenue or you can take the bus or the taxi from the International airport of Athens, Eleftherios Venizelos ( 38 km). Kea can also be reached by boat from the island of Kythnos.</div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><b>BEST TIME TO VISIT: </b>Spring through fall<div><p></p></div></div>

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This vacation home rental in Greece was born from the bones of an ancient sheepfold. It has been given a stylish makeover by an artist and architect couple, with respect for the traditional building style of the region and without any synthetic materials.

Architect's Villa: The Haven, a cottage in Greece

Architect's Villa: The Haven

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The Haven

This vacation home rental in Crete comes with a contemporary take on the traditional country homes of the islands. The subtle charms and cheerful personality of the property makes it easy to unwind from a fast-paced life.Built in a straightforward geometric lines, the two-story home's main living spaces are intimate and cozy with a fireplace, dining area and fully-equipped kitchen, and lots of privacy and natural light. The two en-suite double bedrooms overlook the gardens, each with separate access. Each of the rooms have an inviting, lived-in quality and are decorated with hand-picked furniture with lots of personal touches and attention to detail.There are two outdoor dining terraces, a large garden with an expansive lawn, pool, outdoor shower and shady areas under olive trees. The rooftop terrace is the spot for admiring the gorgeous views. ADDITIONAL FEATURESWelcome package with complimentary wine, olive oil and bottled water. Optional private driver, grocery stocking and weekly housekeeping services available. Wifi throughout, cable TV, kitchen and bath amenities, beach towels and umbrellas, laundry facilities, security system, private parking.  AROUNDLocated in southwestern Crete, at the base of the village of Kamilari, the house is within a 15-minute drive from the famous seaside village and &#34;Hippie Caves&#34; of Matala. The Neolithic caves were carved by prehistoric people and made famous in the 1960s as a Bohemian colony and can be toured today. The area's Blue Flag beaches of Matala, Kommos and Red Beach are protected by the EU's Natura 2000, established to ensure the survival of its threatened species and habitats.  Most notably, the Minoan palace of Phaistos, dating back to the middle or late Minoan Bronze Age is less than a mile from the house. Set high on a hill overlooking the Messara plains, the palace ruins are framed by the Asterousia mountains with several small villages to the south, and the Lasithi mountains to the East. The historic old port town of Chania along the northern coast with its Venetian harbor, seaside palaces and busy resorts is a two-hour drive and the medieval archeological heritage village of Maroulas is situated just a few miles from the Venetian harbor town of Rethymno.  LOCATIONKalamaki, Crete. Nearest Airport: Heraklion International Airport (48km) BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring through Fall

<h2>Among the Olive Groves in Crete</h2>
    <p>Designed and built in simple Cycladic style, this vacation home rental in Crete recreates the traditional country summer houses of the islands with modern charm and character.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Situated on a hill with breathtaking views over ancient olive groves and the mountains, the house is surrounded by private gardens with idyllic outdoor living spaces.</p>
<p>Head up to the large roof terrace for sunset drinks and faraway mountain views.</p>
    <img src="https://storage.boutique-homes.com/storage/images/vacation-rentals/europe/greece/aspro-spitaki-crete-greece/vacation_home_rental_crete_009.jpg" alt="Aspro Spitaki"/>
    <p>This vacation home rental in Crete comes with a contemporary take on the traditional country homes of the islands. The subtle charms and cheerful personality of the property makes it easy to unwind from a fast-paced life.</p><p>Built in a straightforward geometric lines, the two-story home's main living spaces are intimate and cozy with a fireplace, dining area and fully-equipped kitchen, and lots of privacy and natural light. </p><p>The two en-suite double bedrooms overlook the gardens, each with separate access. Each of the rooms have an inviting, lived-in quality and are decorated with hand-picked furniture with lots of personal touches and attention to detail.</p><p>There are two outdoor dining terraces, a large garden with an expansive lawn, pool, outdoor shower and shady areas under olive trees. The rooftop terrace is the spot for admiring the gorgeous views.</p><p> </p><p><strong>ADDITIONAL FEATURES</strong></p><p>Welcome package with complimentary wine, olive oil and bottled water. Optional private driver, grocery stocking and weekly housekeeping services available. Wifi throughout, cable TV, kitchen and bath amenities, beach towels and umbrellas, laundry facilities, security system, private parking. </p><p> </p><p><strong>AROUND</strong></p><p>Located in southwestern Crete, at the base of the village of Kamilari, the house is within a 15-minute drive from the famous seaside village and &#34;Hippie Caves&#34; of Matala. The Neolithic caves were carved by prehistoric people and made famous in the 1960s as a Bohemian colony and can be toured today. </p><p>The area's Blue Flag beaches of Matala, Kommos and Red Beach are protected by the EU's Natura 2000, established to ensure the survival of its threatened species and habitats.  </p><p>Most notably, the Minoan palace of Phaistos, dating back to the middle or late Minoan Bronze Age is less than a mile from the house. Set high on a hill overlooking the Messara plains, the palace ruins are framed by the Asterousia mountains with several small villages to the south, and the Lasithi mountains to the East. </p><p>The historic old port town of Chania along the northern coast with its Venetian harbor, seaside palaces and busy resorts is a two-hour drive and the medieval archeological heritage village of Maroulas is situated just a few miles from the Venetian harbor town of Rethymno. </p><p> </p><p><strong>LOCATION</strong></p><p>Kalamaki, Crete. Nearest Airport: Heraklion International Airport (48km)</p><p> </p><p><strong>BEST TIME TO VISIT:</strong> Spring through Fall</p>

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Designed and built in simple Cycladic style, this vacation home rental in Crete recreates the traditional country summer houses of the islands with modern charm and character. Situated on a hill with breathtaking views over ancient olive groves and the mountains, the house is surrounded by private gardens with idyllic outdoor living spaces.

Aspro Spitaki, a villa rental in Crete

Aspro Spitaki

<h3>Among the Olive Groves in Crete</h3><p>Designed and built in simple Cycladic style, this vacation home rental in Crete recreates the traditional country summer houses of the islands with modern charm and character. Situated on a hill with breathtaking views over ancient olive groves and the mountains, the house is surrounded by private gardens with idyllic outdoor living spaces.</p><p>Head up to the large roof terrace for sunset drinks and faraway mountain views.</p>

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Creatively utilizing every space inside this airy, tiny-house-turned-tropical loft, this designer studio stands out as a far bigger, brighter presence than its wee, 400-square-foot floorplan. A vivid display of the maxim “good things come in small packages,” it’s a Japanese-inspired, Venezuelan-American-designed tropical outpost illuminated by double height interiors, big windows and generous skylights. A petite bedroom is reached by a sinuous floating staircase, and the keyboard-influenced interior is sparkling white, jazzed up with ebony contrasts. The backyard garden is a community space, shared with the neighboring rental by the same owners. AROUNDMiami’s Design District is an 18-block area known for its contemporary architecture, upscale interior design and fashion boutiques, plus trendsetting restaurants in an oasis of public art, including the Fly’s Eye Dome by inventor Buckminster Fuller, the DASH Fence by designer Marc Newson, a formidable fiberglass likeness of architect Le Corbusier by French artist Xavier Veilhan, and a giant plaster sculpture, the Myth Fortuna, a replica of supermodel Kate Moss doing yoga. Luxury shoppers and window shoppers will find boutiques from Gucci, Celine, Louis Vuitton, Givenchy, Hermes… and the list goes on. A gastronome’s wonderland, the district is home to Mia Market, an international, gourmet food hall, and restaurants and cafes from the low brow to the five-starred. Museums and galleries in the Design District include the ultra-modern Institute of Contemporary Art, showing emerging artists alongside Picasso and Lichtenstein. There is also the De La Cruz Collection, showing the dazzling private collection of Carlos and Rosa De La Cruz, and The Haitian Heritage Museum, the sole US museum dedicated to promoting Haiti’s heritage and culture. The neighborhood is easily accessible to Miami Beach, and stretches north of Midtown and I-95. Developed from a few warehouses into a dazzling artistic hub, the district holds the annual Art Basel Miami Beach show.LOCATIONMiami, Florida, United States. Nearest airport: Miami (20 minutes)BEST TIME TO VISIT: Year round

<h2>Designer Loft</h2>
    <p>Radiant and remarkable for its inventive approach to tiny-house living, this vertical loft places an emphasis on illumination—vivid white, filled with light, with a standout twisting staircase to access its mezzanine sleep space, and a sunny, built-in window seat as sofa. Only minutes from Miami Beach, in the hip, glitzy Design District, the bright atelier opens into a shared, tended tropical garden.<br/></p>
    <img src="https://storage.boutique-homes.com/storage/images/vacation-rentals/americas/united-states/atelier-lumi/vacation_home_rental_miami_031.jpg" alt="Atelier Lumi"/>
    <p></p><p></p><p>Creatively utilizing every space inside this airy, tiny-house-turned-tropical loft, this designer studio stands out as a far bigger, brighter presence than its wee, 400-square-foot floorplan. A vivid display of the maxim “good things come in small packages,” it’s a Japanese-inspired, Venezuelan-American-designed tropical outpost illuminated by double height interiors, big windows and generous skylights. A petite bedroom is reached by a sinuous floating staircase, and the keyboard-influenced interior is sparkling white, jazzed up with ebony contrasts. The backyard garden is a community space, shared with the <a href="https://boutique-homes.com/vacation-rentals/americas/united-states/buenavista-bungalow/" target="">neighboring rental</a> by the same owners. </p><p><br/></p><p><b>AROUND</b></p><p>Miami’s Design District is an 18-block area known for its contemporary architecture, upscale interior design and fashion boutiques, plus trendsetting restaurants in an oasis of public art, including the Fly’s Eye Dome by inventor Buckminster Fuller, the DASH Fence by designer Marc Newson, a formidable fiberglass likeness of architect Le Corbusier by French artist Xavier Veilhan, and a giant plaster sculpture, the Myth Fortuna, a replica of supermodel Kate Moss doing yoga. Luxury shoppers and window shoppers will find boutiques from Gucci, Celine, Louis Vuitton, Givenchy, Hermes… and the list goes on. A gastronome’s wonderland, the district is home to Mia Market, an international, gourmet food hall, and restaurants and cafes from the low brow to the five-starred. </p><p>Museums and galleries in the Design District include the ultra-modern Institute of Contemporary Art, showing emerging artists alongside Picasso and Lichtenstein. There is also the De La Cruz Collection, showing the dazzling private collection of Carlos and Rosa De La Cruz, and The Haitian Heritage Museum, the sole US museum dedicated to promoting Haiti’s heritage and culture. The neighborhood is easily accessible to Miami Beach, and stretches north of Midtown and I-95. Developed from a few warehouses into a dazzling artistic hub, the district holds the annual Art Basel Miami Beach show.</p><p><br/></p><p><b>LOCATION</b></p><p>Miami, Florida, United States. Nearest airport: Miami (20 minutes)</p><p><br/></p><p><font face="inherit"><b>BEST TIME TO VISIT: </b>Year round</font></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>

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This vertical loft places an emphasis on illumination—vivid white, filled with light, with a standout twisting staircase to access its mezzanine sleep space, and a sunny, built-in window seat as sofa.

Atelier Lumi, a tiny home in United States

Atelier Lumi

<h3>Designer Loft</h3><p>This vertical loft places an emphasis on illumination—vivid white, filled with light, with a standout twisting staircase to access its mezzanine sleep space, and a sunny, built-in window seat as sofa.</p>

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Although expressly contemporary in design, there's still a nice traditional Alpine vibe here that makes it a rustic wilderness retreat. Perched high above the valley floor in the pristine Hohen Tauern nature preserve, these two apartments are part of a larger installation designed by Munich based architect Andreas Meck. Immersed in nature but with warm contemporary style and modern comforts, this home will be your private sky high retreat.Simple and stylish, the two-story two unit home features two separate apartments that can be rented together or separately each complete with private bedrooms and baths with a full kitchen upstairs and a kitchenette on the ground floor.Concrete, pale wood, and light filled interiors are stylish but understated for a sense of relaxed living while the south facing windows capture the amazing views and the maximum amount of sunlight. Warm and inviting, this is your Alpine getaway. ADDITIONAL FEATURES Each unit has a fully-equipped kitchenette with tea, coffee and some basic groceries, Nespresso coffee maker with 10 capsules, private sauna with oils, towels, bathrobe and bed linen, free wireless internet access, flat-screen TV with hard drive, and parking in the carport.AROUND Situated on the central eastern slopes of the Alps, the home is high above the Zell am see valley and lake in the Salzburg state. Just over an hour outside of downtown Salzburg, you are also nestled into the largest national park and nature reserve with world class skiing pistes, hiking and wilderness.   LOCATIONPiesendorf, Austria. Nearest Airport: W. A. Mozart Airport-Salzburg (60 km) BEST TIME TO VISIT: Year round with world class winter sports and beautiful countryside 

<h2>A Modern Alpine Getaway</h2>
    <p>We love the lines, textures and natural materials that have been used to create this modern Alpine getaway. And the view? Breathtaking.</p>
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    <p>Although expressly contemporary in design, there's still a nice traditional Alpine vibe here that makes it a rustic wilderness retreat. Perched high above the valley floor in the pristine Hohen Tauern nature preserve, these two apartments are part of a larger installation designed by Munich based architect Andreas Meck. Immersed in nature but with warm contemporary style and modern comforts, this home will be your private sky high retreat.</p><p>Simple and stylish, the two-story two unit home features two separate apartments that can be rented together or separately each complete with private bedrooms and baths with a full kitchen upstairs and a kitchenette on the ground floor.</p><p>Concrete, pale wood, and light filled interiors are stylish but understated for a sense of relaxed living while the south facing windows capture the amazing views and the maximum amount of sunlight. Warm and inviting, this is your Alpine getaway.</p><p> </p><p><strong>ADDITIONAL FEATURES</strong> </p><p>Each unit has a fully-equipped kitchenette with tea, coffee and some basic groceries, Nespresso coffee maker with 10 capsules, private sauna with oils, towels, bathrobe and bed linen, free wireless internet access, flat-screen TV with hard drive, and parking in the carport.</p><p></p><p><br/></p><p></p><p><strong>AROUND</strong> </p><p>Situated on the central eastern slopes of the Alps, the home is high above the Zell am see valley and lake in the Salzburg state. Just over an hour outside of downtown Salzburg, you are also nestled into the largest national park and nature reserve with world class skiing pistes, hiking and wilderness.  </p><p> </p><p><strong>LOCATION</strong></p><p>Piesendorf, Austria. Nearest Airport: W. A. Mozart Airport-Salzburg (60 km)</p><p> </p><p><strong>BEST TIME TO VISIT:</strong> Year round with world class winter sports and beautiful countryside </p>

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We love the lines, textures and natural materials that have been used to create this modern Alpine getaway. And the view? Breathtaking.

Aufberg 1110, an apartment in Austria

Aufberg 1110

<h3>A Modern Alpine Getaway</h3><p>We love the lines, textures and natural materials that have been used to create this modern Alpine getaway. And the view? Breathtaking.</p>

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